ArtFund Pavilion

The Lightbox, Woking, UK

A
competition for a temporary summer pavilion to be located in the grounds of the
Lightbox gallery in Woking. Our pavilion comprises of three triangular elements, each of which is defined and shaped by surrounding context and site orientation.

The base reflects the narrowing nature of the site. A
clerestory element on top faces directly north and provides neutral day-light to
the gallery space. The connecting form, complete with portal window,
offers views of the nearby canal.

Our pavilion is clad in two contrasting materials - corrugated bituminous
fibreboard and gold anodised aluminium. The materials were not only chosen for
their high-recyclable content but were introduced to emphasis distinctive triangular
forms. The juxtaposition of matt vs gloss, gold vs black, rough vs smooth was a
deliberate move to create a tactile, memorable form.